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Argentina star who PUNCHED Spain rival in shameful World Cup final antics hints at quitting international football after 'painful' defeat - but finally admits new world champions 'were the better team'   Read: https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-16001847/nicolas-otamendi-argentina-rodri-world-cup.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490   Subscribe: @DailyMaiI   Full Report: Paredes Hints at Exit, Admits Spain Were Better; Otamendi Retires After 2026 World Cup Final Loss   Match Background   Argentina lost the 2026 FIFA World Cup final 1-0 to Spain on 19 July, with Ferran Torres scoring the winning goal. The match was followed by controversy over Argentina’s post-match conduct, plus separate disciplinary matters involving the squad.       Leandro Paredes: Controversy, Retirement Hint & Graceful Admission   Post-Final Incidents   The 32-year-old midfielder was heavily criticised for his behaviour after the final whistle:   - Grabbed Spain’s Eric García by the neck, shoved Gavi, and appeared to throw punches - Was fortunate to avoid a late red card for a foul in normal time - Spain’s Gavi later said he did not think Paredes should face extra suspension, while BBC pundits Micah Richards, Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney called the displays “embarrassing”, “disgusting” and “very poor”   Future Uncertainty   Paredes told ESPN he is considering stepping away from international football:   “For many, it will be the time to decide if to continue. It was a great journey. Maintaining that level will be very difficult… I don’t know yet if I’m ready to continue. It’s a process that takes time to assimilate.” “The pain of losing the World Cup final will stay with us for a long time, because we came so close once again.”   Conceding Defeat & Dismissing Conspiracy Claims   In a significant shift, he acknowledged Spain’s superiority:   “Spain were better than us in the final, and they deserve to win the World Cup… We pay no attention to conspiracy theories; believing everything you hear would be madness.”   He has since returned to action for Boca Juniors in the Copa Sudamericana.       Nicolas Otamendi: Official International Retirement   The 38-year-old defender and 2022 World Cup winner has confirmed he is leaving the national team after 139 caps (5th all-time for Argentina) and two Copa América titles.   Final Match Drama   - Came on as a substitute and was central to defence; Spain had a goal ruled out for a foul on him - Clashed angrily with Spain captain Rodri afterwards, shouting: “Start talking less, idiot. You spent the whole week crying to the referees.”   Farewell Statement on Instagram   “Today I write the hardest words of my career… Wearing this jersey was my greatest privilege. I defended it with my soul. My last match was a World Cup final – not the result we wanted, but I leave with my head held high and peace of mind, having given everything.” “To those still playing: never stop believing. This jersey rewards those who defend it with humility and sacrifice – don’t let defeat steal your hope.”       Wider Argentina Transition & Probes   - Manager Lionel Scaloni also hinted at stepping down after the loss; 39-year-old Lionel Messi’s future remains undecided - FIFA has opened two investigations: 1. Into post-match conduct in the final, including Argentina snubbing Spain during the trophy ceremony 2. Into a “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” banner displayed after the semi-final win over England - Spain’s Aymeric Laporte had previously noted concerns over Argentina’s physical play and refereeing consistency before the final

woke up felt something wrong???   or woke up feeling fresh

Yeag i also never go there jiak until this mth. I go support the old uncle auntie. They retire after this.